Abuja Guards Polo Club Tournament: Celebration of Sportsmanship

The 2024 Abuja Guards Polo Club Tournament came to a close after nearly two weeks of exhilarating action. Held from December 4th to 15th at the Nigerian Army Polo Resort, Mambilla Barracks, Asokoro, Abuja, the tournament delivered outstanding performances, fierce competition, and moments of true sportsmanship.

The event’s grand finale featured MAX Air claiming the Legislative Shield Trophy, defeating STL with a hard-fought 4-3 victory. Throughout the tournament, the players demonstrated exceptional skill, captivating the audience with their impressive performances and unrelenting determination on the field.

In another tightly contested showdown for the Minister’s Cup, FK3 grazed past Musaco with a narrow 6-5 victory. The match carried an extra layer of excitement, as brothers Abubakar Aminu (FK3) and Ahmed Aminu (Musaco) competed on opposite sides in a game that truly embodied sibling rivalry at its finest.

Abubakar Aminu applauded his brother after the game, noting, “It was an honour to play against him. He gave it his all, and I look forward to us facing off again in the future.”

Abubakar Abdullahi, President of the Abuja Guards Polo Club, expressed his pride in the event’s success and underscored its mission to celebrate Nigerian sportsmanship and inspire future generations during the President’s dinner on 14th December.

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Attended by sponsors, team players, stakeholders, and new members, the evening provided a fitting finale to the tournament.

“We’ve truly come a long way, and I am proud of the success we’ve achieved so far. This tournament highlights what dedication and commitment can accomplish. I hope this inspires others to pursue their passions, no matter how unheard of. Next year promises to be even bigger and better,” he stated.

Muktar Adhama, the Tournament Manager, also extended his heartfelt appreciation to the sponsors and participants, “Your generous support and commitment were instrumental in creating an unforgettable experience for everyone. From the thrilling matches to the vibrant atmosphere, this year’s tournament showcased not only the quality of play but also the unique camaraderie and spirit of polo.” He said.

With support from esteemed partners, including Jaiz Bank as the main sponsor, Moniepoint as a key sponsor, alongside other top-tier brands like: Fair Money, First Bank, Max Air, RCL Safety Center, Trobel International, Muna Real Estate, AA Polo, Clear Water Farms, Musaco Motors, Abdul Val Ltd, Mangal Cement, Medicaid Foundation, Ufam Holdings, Vento, Nexim, Nizamiye Hospital, it is no surprise that the 2024 Carnival Polo Tournament will be embedded in our minds.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.